Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Standard Ramrod made in 1890 - Serial No 482926 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly but it was long ago

but it was long ago as there is finish crazing in the top coat

detached service

Also included is a original P-56 Saber bayonet in nice condition with no visible markings

This is nothing short of a Top quality reproduction with correct blue/black finish

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Standard Ramrod made in 1890 - Serial No 482926 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly but it was long agoOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 In 1884 the integral Round Rod Bayonet was introduced, which could double as a cleaning rod, a development that met with very limited success. It was finally replaced in